Bruschetta Chicken Bake 🍅🧀🍗✨
Juicy chicken baked under a blanket of fresh tomato bruschetta and melty cheese—easy, cozy, and perfect for busy nights when you want big flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients 🛒
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or oregano/basil)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions 👩🍳
- Preheat: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken: Place chicken breasts in dish. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Bruschetta topping: In a bowl, mix tomatoes, garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Spoon mixture over chicken.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until chicken is nearly cooked through.
- Cheese finish: Sprinkle shredded cheese over chicken. Return to oven for 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil. Enjoy with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.
- Variation: Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Serving idea: Pair with a green salad or roasted veggies for a complete meal.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
- Total Time: ~50 minutes
- Kcal: ~320 per serving
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Bruschetta Chicken Bake—fresh tomato flavor, melty cheese, and cozy comfort 🍅🧀🍗✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you serve it with pasta or crusty bread?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next weeknight dinner.” • “Tag a friend who loves Italian flavors.” • “Fresh, cheesy, cozy comfort in one dish.”